Advanced Engineer - Project Launch
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Industrial Engineering
In short
Autoliv is seeking an Advanced Engineer for Project Launch in Pune to lead cross-functional teams in launching new product programs, primarily for airbags. The role involves managing project timelines, ensuring customer requirements are met, and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and track project timelines, milestones, and launch readiness plans.
- Ensure all project deliverables are completed in line with customer and organizational requirements.
- Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics, and Finance teams.
- Participate in customer meetings and technical reviews.
- Support product design reviews to ensure manufacturability and process feasibility.
- Lead trial builds, pilot runs, and pre-production activities.
- Support APQP activities including PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and Work Instructions.
- Ensure successful completion of PPAP submissions and customer approvals.
- Support cost reduction and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Capture lessons learned from launches and implement best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
- 7 to 10 years of experience in automotive program management, project management, or related engineering roles.
- Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with cross-functional coordination in a global automotive environment.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with safety-critical products (e.g., airbags) is an advantage.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on global automotive safety products.
- Exposure to end-to-end product lifecycle and customer programs.
- A collaborative and innovation-driven environment.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
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